175 Grants for Climate Change Initiatives & Sustainability

Discover grants for climate change research, sustainability projects, and environmental programs. Find funding to support clean energy development, carbon reduction initiatives, climate resilience planning, and programs that advance long-term environmental protection and societal sustainability.

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Grants to New York Nonprofits to Promote Environmental Justice

Deadline: 04/17/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for environmental protection and social justice programs. Funding is intended for projects that help to build economic, cultural, and political power in the effort to shape climate transformation. The grant program aims t...

GrantWatch ID#: 192216

Grants to California Nonprofits and Tribal Entities for Programs Encouraging Youth Civic Engag...

Deadline: 04/17/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and Tribal entities for programs encouraging youth civic engagement in eligible counties. Applicants must register and be approved before applying. Eligible initiatives involve experiential learning and teach leadership...

GrantWatch ID#: 227872
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Habitat Restoration and Climate Resiliency ...

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, agencies, and tribal entities for habitat restoration and climate resiliency initiatives in multiple states. Funding is intended for projects benefiting big game species. Eligible projects include those proposed in focal area...

GrantWatch ID#: 187241
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Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits and IHEs for Projects to Reduce the Adverse Effects of Cli...

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and IHEs for activities that address, and work to mitigate, the adverse effects of climate change on health. Funding is intended to support early-stage projects that connect scholars from diverse fi...

GrantWatch ID#: 198609
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Grants to New York Nonprofits and Cultural Organizations for Historic Building Planning

Deadline: 04/24/26 LOI Date: 04/17/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to New York nonprofit and cultural organizations for planning activities related to historic arts facilities. The purpose of funding is to help organizations strengthen their capacity to care for and steward historic buildings while enhanci...

GrantWatch ID#: 178742
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Grants to British Columbia Childcare Facilities in Eligible Locations for Capital Improvement ...

Deadline: 04/24/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit childcare facilities in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for infrastructure projects that enhance licensed childcare facilities serving local residents. The grant program will support cap...

GrantWatch ID#: 210829
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Grants to New Jersey IHEs for Research, Education, and Demonstration Projects to Expand and Im...

Deadline: 04/24/26

Grants to New Jersey institutions of higher education for projects related to the development and expansion of recycling programs statewide. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities related to research, demonstration projects, professional training, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213506
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Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and First Nations for Capital Projects

Deadline: 04/24/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and First Nations for capital projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve facilities for organizations that serve marginalized populations. Areas of interest include accessibility, health, safety,...

GrantWatch ID#: 214229

Grants to USA Nonprofits for National Initiatives to Improve the Environment

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for initiatives that improve the environment. Funding is intended to support countrywide projects that preserve biological diversity, protect public health from toxic exposures, mitigate climate change, help co...

GrantWatch ID#: 182147

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, Institutions, and Tribes to Reduce and P...

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, businesses, institutions, and tribal governments for projects to reduce and prevent food waste. Funds may be used for programs, staffing, or equipment/supplies to limit food waste and enable food re...

GrantWatch ID#: 204192

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Individuals, and Organizations for Projects to Enhance the Quali...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta-registered nonprofit charities, community groups, individuals, and societies in eligible locations for activities to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding areas of interest include the environment, community su...

GrantWatch ID#: 138337

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and registered charities to serve local residents in eligible regions. Proposals will be accepted in the areas of disabilities and special needs, youth initiatives, and general community programs. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 171067

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Faith-Based Organizations, Agencies, IHEs, and Associations in ...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, IHEs, and community associations for water restoration and protection projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support local restoration projects that improve neighborho...

GrantWatch ID#: 172774

Grants to Illinois and Iowa Nonprofits, IHEs, and Government Agencies in Eligible Regions to A...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Illinois and Iowa universities, colleges, nonprofit organizations, and governmental organizations in eligible regions for research and public education programs related to climate change. The purpose of funding is to raise awareness of the challenges and...

GrantWatch ID#: 185840
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Grants to Hawaii Individuals, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Environmental Projects in Eligib...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Hawaii individuals and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for environmental projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects including green building, environmental protection, wetlands restoration, renewable energy, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 215940

Opportunity for USA Students to Join a Competition to Improve the World

Deadline: 04/30/26

Opportunity for USA students to join a competition to improve the world. Students from grades five to eight are invited to submit original innovative proposals. Entry topics include robotics, home improvement, automotive, safety, AR/VR, and climate tech. Finalists...

GrantWatch ID#: 227258

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Increase Access to Green Spaces

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to California nonprofit organizations, government and tribal entities, churches, public schools, and qualifying IHEs for initiatives to increase access to green spaces in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support specific green-space...

GrantWatch ID#: 228377

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Institutions for Studies Related to Waste Ma...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research institutions for studies related to the management of solid waste. A pre-proposal must be submitted prior to applying. Research priorities include addressing the impacts of climate change, emerging contaminants, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 170682

Grants and In-Kind Support to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, CBOs, and School Di...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants and in-kind support to Massachusetts community-based organizations, academic institutions, school districts, trade associations, tribal entities, and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to expand the clean energy workforce. Funding is intended to create ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218640

Grants and In-Kind Services to Massachusetts CBOs, School Districts, IHEs, Businesses, and Wor...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants and in-kind services to Massachusetts community-based organizations, education entities, businesses, and workforce growth organizations to expand clean energy training and job opportunities. Funding is intended to support upgrades to equipment infrastructur...

GrantWatch ID#: 218823

Grants Ohio Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs to Address Climate Change

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs to address climate change. Funding is intended to benefit neighborhoods that have been negatively impacted by climate change. The efforts must have a clear impact on one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219488

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, Educational Institutions, and Unions to Red...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, educational institutions, and unions for community projects to reduce air pollution in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide range of project types, including energy efficiency, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227201

Grants to British Columbia Individuals and Groups to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to British Columbia groups and individuals in eligible locations for community benefit projects. Funding is intended for programs that bring community members together, spark new connections, and strengthen the places they call home. Projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228203

Grants to Massachusetts Agricultural Businesses to Support Adaptation to Climate Change

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants to Massachusetts agricultural businesses for activities to build resilience to climate change and increase sustainable practices. Funding is intended to enable agricultural operations to make impactful improvements in food safety, environmental sustainabili...

GrantWatch ID#: 214383

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Advance E-Commerce Sustainability ...

Deadline: 05/07/26 Conference Date: 04/23/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International climate tech startups to participate in a contest to facilitate the environmental sustainability of a global e-commerce and technology company. Funding areas of interest include lower-carbon fuel solutions, waste opti...

GrantWatch ID#: 228079

Grant to a Michigan Nonprofit to Benefit Communities in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grant to a Michigan nonprofit organization for programs and activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, children, families and seniors, recreati...

GrantWatch ID#: 214223

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Academic Institutions, Agencies, and For-Profits to Benefi...

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofits, academic institutions, municipalities, and for-profits for capacity-building projects to benefit clean energy businesses from underrepresented communities. Funding is intended to help businesses that are underrepresented learn t...

GrantWatch ID#: 219445

Grants to Massachusetts Public and Private Entities to Decarbonize Residential Buildings

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Massachusetts teams of public and private entities for projects to decarbonize residential buildings. Funding is intended for scalable, replicable, and innovative solutions to reduce costs, such as energy storage solutions, electrical upgrades, weatheriz...

GrantWatch ID#: 227782

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits and Schools for Projects in Education, Conservation, and Community...

Deadline: 05/12/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations and public schools to benefit state residents in the areas of education, community strengthening, climate resiliency, and conservation. Applicants must contact the funding source and submit an inquiry form in advance of the...

GrantWatch ID#: 167662

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts Projects that Address Contemporary ...

Deadline: 05/12/26 Conference Date: 04/24/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to California nonprofit arts organizations, government agencies, and Tribes for arts projects that address contemporary issues facing state residents. Funding is intended to support collaborative projects of local artists and residents that...

GrantWatch ID#: 169136

Grants to Maine Nonprofits, For-Profits, Regional Entities, Agencies, and IHEs to Help Governm...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Maine nonprofit and for-profit organizations, regional entities, government agencies, and IHEs to help municipal and tribal governments prepare for and enroll in clean energy programs. Proposals should include plans for community engagement and solutions...

GrantWatch ID#: 200156

Opportunity for USA and International Startups to Participate in a Business Development Progra...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Opportunity for USA and International startups and entrepreneurs to participate in a business development boot camp and competition. Applicants must have a promising early-stage idea focused on climate change. Participants will attend a boot camp and national comp...

GrantWatch ID#: 220124

Award to a Louisiana, Pennsylvania, or Washington, DC Nonprofit to Honor Exceptional Work in P...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Award to a Louisiana, Pennsylvania, or Washington, DC nonprofit organization to honor exceptional work impacting the local community. The award recipient will be recognized for outstanding achievements in combating antisemitism, protecting democratic institutions,...

GrantWatch ID#: 228007

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Contest for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Address...

Deadline: 05/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and individuals to participate in a contest to address environmental and social concerns. The purpose of the challenge is to find solutions related to the UN Sustainable Develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 228080

Grants to Idaho, Oregon, Montana, and Washington Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Enhan...

Deadline: 05/22/26 LOI Date: 04/24/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Idaho, Oregon, Montana, and Washington nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to enhance the health of local residents in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210250

Grants to British Columbia Resident Groups for Community Improvement Projects in Eligible Loca...

Deadline: 05/25/26

Grants of up to $500 and grants of up to $1,500 to British Columbia neighborhood groups for community improvement projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance local neighborhoods and foster neighborhood pride. Focus areas include safety, leadersh...

GrantWatch ID#: 179846

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Published Writers for Stories About the Environment

Deadline: 05/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International published writers for engaging stories related to the environment. The purpose of funding is to shed light on climate change issues in order to effect policy changes. Eligible topics of interest include extreme weather adap...

GrantWatch ID#: 228289
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Grants to California School Campuses, Local Governments, and Nonprofits for Green Schoolyards

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to California school campuses, local governments, and nonprofit organizations to create environmentally friendly schoolyards in eligible regions. Schoolyard projects should include the installation of natural features, landscaping, planting of trees, and bo...

GrantWatch ID#: 222400

Grants to British Columbia Registered Charities and Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local C...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to British Columbia registered charities and nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit local communities. Eligible programs address youth STEM education and public safety or encourage environmental conservation. Funding is available for local communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 164384

Grants to Canada Nonprofits for a Broad Range of Programs to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 05/31/26 LOI Date: 04/30/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations for a broad range of projects and programs to benefit local communities. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Eligible programs may align with one of the following areas of focus: the environment...

GrantWatch ID#: 196295

Grants to California Agricultural Operations in Eligible Regions for Projects to Improve Soil ...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to California agricultural operations in eligible regions for projects to improve soil health. The purpose of the program is to encourage local farmers and ranchers to adopt improved resource management practices and advance climate change goals. Projects m...

GrantWatch ID#: 226153

Grants to Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island Nonprofits to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for activities to benefit the community. Applicants are required to contact the funding source and submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Eligible projects must align with one of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 212852

Grants to Florida and New York Nonprofits for Projects to Promote Education, Research, the Art...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Florida and New York nonprofit organizations for projects to promote education, climate and medical research, the arts, and ethical journalism in eligible regions. Requests for general operating support are welcome. While national and in...

GrantWatch ID#: 216773

Grants to Canada Nonprofits for Housing, Environment, and Civic Programs

Deadline: 06/02/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit local communities. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of the environment, climate justice, civic engagement, and housing. The purpose of funding is to encourage organizations ...

GrantWatch ID#: 166007

Grants to Washington Agencies, Nonprofits, Tribes, and IHEs for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 06/03/26 Conference Date: 04/22/26

Grants to Washington government agencies, nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and academic institutions for environmental protection projects in eligible locations. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217318

Grants to New Hampshire Agencies and IHEs to Address and Increase Resilience to Climate Change

Deadline: 06/05/26 Conference Date: 04/21/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to New Hampshire state agencies, non-governmental and quasi-governmental organizations, coastal municipalities, and academic institutions in eligible regions to address and increase resilience to climate change. The goal is to ensure the lo...

GrantWatch ID#: 186090

Grants to Maine Municipal and Tribal Governments for Projects that Address Climate Change

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants to Maine municipal and tribal governments and unorganized territories for projects that address climate change. Applicants must register for the funding source's program prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities that foster resilience to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200155

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Promote Environmental Justice and Community Resilience

Deadline: 06/05/26 Conference Date: 04/20/26

Grants of $30,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to promote environmental justice and enhance community resilience in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to ensure that all local residents live in communities free of environmental hazards and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209593

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Environmental Equity

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations and government entities for initiatives that promote environmental equity and democracy. Funding is intended for place-based solutions and grassroots leadership that help build sustainable, inclusive, resilient communities...

GrantWatch ID#: 222926